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Carl Woodford

About Me


Carl Woodford is a folk influenced, singer songwriter and acoustic guitarist based in Sheffield, England. Having begun his musical journey fronting Scarborough based progressive rock band Magic Tree in 1999, Carl embarked on a solo acoustic venture upon their split in 2004 and began performin as a recognised solo artist in 2005.
Although drawing a large influence from the folk genre, Carl does not perform traditional folk songs or standards and his sets feature mainly original material. The influence of Carl's progressive musical beginnings can be heard throughout his songs which have an epic quality to them often breaking away from standard song formats.
Key influences in Carl's music include the likes of Roy Harper, Bert Jansch, John Martyn, Nick Drake, and John Renbourn. Favouring the British sound Carl sings with a distinctive, clean and bright tone that sets him apart from many singer song writers.
As a guitarist, Carl employs alternate tunings, a hybrid picking style and a use of the guitar as a percussive instrument to bring distinct flavours to his music.
Noteable support slots for Carl include Rory Mcleod, Vin Garbutt, Nick Harper, Michael Chapman, Martin Stephenson, Darden Smith, Jon Gomm and The Miserable Rich. Carl has appeared at many festivals and venues in and around Yorkshire and his debut release "Carry the Stone" continues to sell well.
Visit www.carlwoodford.com for more details.
The 2008 E.P's "Carl Woodford" and "Carry the Stone" are available from gigs priced £5. They are also available from the following record stores:
Mojo's Music Cafe, 20 Northway, Scarborough,
Tel 01723 351983
Jack's Records, Unit 1, Aberdeen Court, 95-97 Division Street, Sheffield
Tel: 0114 276 6356
Roger's Laundrette, Sharrowvale Road, Sheffield
Tel: 0114 2663374
Sheffield Music Shop, Eccleshall Road, Sheffield
Tel: 0114 266 1111
Want to book Carl Woodford? - Message this Myspace account
"For Coloured Walls" - Mobile phone footage of the raucous "Farewell Scarborough" gig 2008

My Interests

Music:

Member Since: 12/03/2006
Band Website: www.carlwoodford.com
Influences: John Martyn, Bert Jansch, John Renbourn, Pentangle, Roy Harper, Nick Harper, Nick Drake, Neil Young, Stephen Stills, David Crosby, CSNY, Devendra Banhart, Seth Lakeman, Tim Buckley, Bob Dylan, Smog, John Smith, Preston Reed, Jesse Hutchinson, The Bell Orchestre, The Penguin Cafe Orchestra, Jonna Newsom, Arthur Russell, Air, The Grateful Dead, Tim Buckley, Jeff Buckley, Kelly Jo Phelps, John Fahey.....lots more....
Sounds Like:

“It’s almost as if Woodford grows another pair of arms, using the guitar as a percussion instrument whilst simultaneously playing chords. Definitely a sight to see”

(Review of “Acoustic Mafia Night” – Stone Roses Bar, York – February 2006) – Dave Wright - Sandman Magazine & Talk Magazine

“He's awesome I hear from behind me and quite frankly he is”.

(Review of Beached 2005 – South Bay Beach, Scarborough – August 2005) – Michelle Dee – This is Ull.com

“With songs so delicious, names like Nick Drake and Jose Gonzalez instantly came to mind in comparison and as sure as Tom never catches Jerry can this guy play his guitar with the fluidity of a hot soothing shower”

(Review of Turn of The Year 2006 Final – The Golden Lion, York – March 2006) – Marbled – Talk Magazine

“One of the biggest cheers of the day goes to Carl Woodford who overcomes initial sound problems, enthralling the crowds with his remarkable technique in "For Coloured Walls” ”.

(Review of Acoustic Gathering 2006 – Peasholm, Scarborough – September 2006) – Dave Grayson – Scarborough Evening News & The Link Magazine

“A true talent”

(Review of John Peel Night 2005 – Vivaz, Scarborough – October 2005) – Davey - The Link Magazine

“A great musician and one to look out for in the coming months and years”

(Feature on BBC Radio York’s “North Yorkshire Folk” show – March 2005) – Michael Brothwell – BBC Radio York

Record Label: Unsigned

My Blog

New Material Demos

I have uploaded rough demos of most of the new material that I have planned for my long overdue follow up to Carry the Stone.There are a few more songs in the pipeline and once they are written I will...
Posted by on Tue, 09 Jun 2009 09:30:00 GMT

Web site www.carlwoodford.com

finally after the demise of carlwoodford.co.uk,  www.carlwoodford.com is taking shape with new pages being added all of the time. Go on take a look....
Posted by on Tue, 02 Jun 2009 03:46:00 GMT

Carry the Stone E.P

The seven track E.P "Carry the Stone" is now available and replaces the original 2005 album of the same title. After selling the first three runs of 100 Cd's I have called time on the original release...
Posted by on Mon, 07 Jul 2008 07:31:00 GMT

Carl Woodford E.P

After alot of messing around I have finally finished the seven track E.P "Carl Woodford". This is made up of some tracks from the original 2005 "Carl Woodford" plus some tracks only previously recorde...
Posted by on Mon, 07 Jul 2008 07:25:00 GMT